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Review some of the top stories from the Contemporary OB/GYN website over the last week, and catch up on anything you may have missed.

A new study found that fine particulate matter exposure during pregnancy significantly increases the risk of spontaneous preterm birth, emphasizing the need for mitigating environmental factors.

New research highlights that low levels of placental growth factor during mid-pregnancy screening can effectively predict early preterm birth, offering a potential tool to enhance maternal and infant health outcomes.

A large population-based study found that first-trimester tetracycline exposure does not elevate the risk of major congenital malformations, though specific risks for nervous system and eye anomalies warrant further research.